Sakhara
Sakhara is a village located in Rajpur subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Magarwalia is the gram panchayat of Sakhara village.
Sakhara has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sakhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhara is 251471. The village spans a total geographical area of 229 hectares. Bikramganj is nearest town to Sakhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sakhara
Population of Sakhara
Below is a concise population overview of Sakhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,515 | 1,328 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 218 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 147 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,642 | 999 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 329 | 544 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakhara village:
- The total population of Sakhara village is around 2,515, including approximately 1,328 males and 1,187 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 417 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakhara village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sakhara village is about 65.29%, with male literacy at 75.23% and female literacy at 54.17%.
- There are around 348 households in Sakhara village.
Connectivity of Sakhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhara. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhara
- Where is Sakhara located?
- Sakhara village is situated in Rajpur Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakhara is Magarwalia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sakhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhara is 2,515, with 1,328 males and 1,187 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhara village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhara is 65.29%. The male literacy rate is 75.23%, while the female literacy rate is 54.17%.